The ancients used Smilax poria to treat syphilis. Nowadays, it is commonly used for syphilis, gonorrhea, genital warts, chlamydia and sexually transmitted diseases caused by viruses. It can be used with Sophora flavescens and Cnidium monnieri, and can also be treated with a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine. Let me learn with you the side effects and contraindications of Smilax.

Side effects of Smilax

(1) Traditional literature

"Compendium of Materia Medica": non-toxic.

(2) Toxicology test

Toxic reaction: 240g/kg of Yinzhi Lingliu extract containing Smilax cocos was administered to mice once, with no side effects. Puppies were given 4.03g/kg for 60 days, and no toxic reactions were found in the heart, liver, kidneys, brain, and blood.

(3) Clinical observation

Smilax poria is non-toxic. There is no discomfort when taken as a decoction in water within the normal dosage. Long-term use or large doses (less than 30g)

There are no obvious side effects.

Excessive dosage may cause intestinal slippage in people with spleen deficiency and diarrhea, and gastric discomfort in people with stomach problems. For people with normal gastrointestinal function, a large dose of 30-60g will have no obvious side effects. Contraindications of Smilax smilax

Contraindications: People with liver and kidney yin deficiency should take it with caution. Avoid using iron tools, and avoid tea when taking it. Therapeutic prescription of Smilax Poria

Stewed Partridge with Smilax

Ingredients

Smilax, partridge, salt, chicken essence.

How to do it

1. Bought fresh Smilax cocos at the market and asked the stall owner to help slice it.

2. Cut the partridge into four pieces.

3. Put it into the pot and simmer for more than an hour. Season with salt and chicken essence. OK. The taste is fresh and sweet.

Efficacy of Smilax Poria and Partridge in Pot

It is a good dietary supplement for anemia patients and people with weak constitution. At the same time, it has the effects of strengthening the spleen and stomach, increasing appetite, stopping diarrhea, clearing away heat and detoxifying.

Smilax poria, five-finger peach and chicken soup

Ingredients: Smilax poria, five-finger peach, and one chicken.

Ingredients: Ginger.

Seasoning: salt.

Method:

1. Clean the roots of Smilax cocos and Peach chinensis.

2. Cut the chicken into pieces, blanch them to remove the blood, and wash them.

3. Put all the ingredients and ginger slices into the boiler.